Captain
Luis "Lou" Lagrange

Member since August 2021 Weston, United States
Background
Hi, I’m Capt. Luis “Lou” Lagrange — a South Florida native and lifelong bass angler. I started fishing at 10 years old and never looked back. For the past 25+ years I’ve focused on what I love most: chasing Florida largemouth and Miami peacock bass in the Everglades and local canals. I’m big on keeping trips fun and productive — whether you’re a first-timer, bringing the family, or you’ve been fishing your whole life. Every day on the water is different, and I take pride in figuring out the bite, teaching simple techniques, and putting you on fish. Let’s go make some memories and catch some bass!
Techniques
My preferred approach is high-odds, hands-on bass fishing. We’ll focus on proven areas and adjust to the day’s conditions—water clarity, temperature, wind, and fish mood. For Miami peacock bass, live shiners are a top option for steady action, and I’ll also mix in artificial lures like jigs, soft plastics, and topwater's when the bite calls for it. In the Everglades, we’ll target largemouth with topwater, worms, and moving baits, and I’ll coach you every step of the way.

Hey, I'm Captain Luis "Lou" Lagrange

Weston, United States
Background
Hi, I’m Capt. Luis “Lou” Lagrange — a South Florida native and lifelong bass angler. I started fishing at 10 years old and never looked back. For the past 25+ years I’ve focused on what I love most: chasing Florida largemouth and Miami peacock bass in the Everglades and local canals. I’m big on keeping trips fun and productive — whether you’re a first-timer, bringing the family, or you’ve been fishing your whole life. Every day on the water is different, and I take pride in figuring out the bite, teaching simple techniques, and putting you on fish. Let’s go make some memories and catch some bass!
Techniques
My preferred approach is high-odds, hands-on bass fishing. We’ll focus on proven areas and adjust to the day’s conditions—water clarity, temperature, wind, and fish mood. For Miami peacock bass, live shiners are a top option for steady action, and I’ll also mix in artificial lures like jigs, soft plastics, and topwater's when the bite calls for it. In the Everglades, we’ll target largemouth with topwater, worms, and moving baits, and I’ll coach you every step of the way.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(3 reviews)
Weston
Trips from US $429

Fishing Reports

2025 Wrap up!
2025 Wrap up!
Dec 30, 2025 Weston
2025 Season Wrap-Up โ€” South Florida Bass Report (Miami โ€ข Everglades โ€ข Lake Ida) What a year on the water! 2025 wrapped up with steady action across South Florida, and Iโ€™m grateful for every family, first-timer, and experienced angler who joined me to chase our two favorite targets: Miami Peacock Bass and Florida Largemouth. Miami Canals: The peacock bite stayed consistent when we focused on the right stretches and adjusted to daily conditions. When the goal was โ€œmaximum action,โ€ live shiners made a big difference and helped keep rods bent for beginners and kids. Everglades: Classic Florida largemouth fishing with beautiful scenery and that โ€œwildโ€ Everglades feel. We stayed mobile, hit high-odds areas, and let the fish tell us the pace โ€” some days were run-and-gun, other days were slower and more methodical, but the Everglades always delivers an experience. Lake Ida: A fun mix of peacocks and largemouth, with the bonus excitement of โ€œyou never know whatโ€™s nextโ€ water. Great option for anglers looking for variety and a different style of trip. As we head into 2026, my focus is simple: keep trips fun, beginner-friendly, and productive. Whether youโ€™re coming to check Peacock Bass off your bucket list, bringing the family for an unforgettable day, or looking to learn local patterns and techniques, Iโ€™ve got you covered with top-shelf gear, hands-on coaching, and a clean, comfortable bass boat. Now booking 2026 dates for Miami Peacock Bass, Everglades bass trips, and Lake Ida adventures. Pick a trip length that fits your schedule and letโ€™s get you on the water!
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Customer reviews

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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day catchin\u2019 bass!
Great day catchin\u2019 bass!
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Great day catchinโ€™ bass!

VERIFIED   Everglades Peacock & LMB 4hr on March 24, 2025
My son and I had an amazing afternoon catching bass with Capt Lou!!ย  We caught 22+ bass, and Capt Lou set us up perfectly...
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Matthew R.
Chicago Ridge, IL
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VERIFIED   Miami Peacock Bass (4hr) on June 11, 2022
Had a great time fishing in the Everglades with Capt. Lou. I highly recommend booking with him. Thank you again for putting...
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Andrew G.
Oakland Park, FL
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Full day trip with Captain Lou

VERIFIED   Everglades Peacock/LMB (8hr) on March 25, 2022
Best guide on the water! I caught 57 peacock and large mouth bass. I highly recommend booking with Captain Lou and look forward...
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